Norway's new king remembers 'my dear father' in first speech
King Haakon VIII took a major step in his reign Tuesday by pledging an oath of allegiance to the Norwegian constitution in parliament. Princess Ingrid Alexandra joined the King during the swearing-in process. This symbolic transition occurs while the late King Harald V, who reigned for 35 years, lies in state at the Royal Palace. The new monarch previously addressed the nation to honor his father, who died at age 89.
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- ✓ King Haakon VIII pledged an oath of allegiance to Norway's constitution in parliament on Tuesday.
- ✓ King Harald V reigned for 35 years.
- ✓ The late King Harald V lies in state at the Royal Palace.
- ✓ Princess Ingrid Alexandra joined King Haakon in swearing the constitutional oath.
What changed
King Haakon VIII and Princess Ingrid Alexandra swore the constitutional oath in parliament.
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King Haakon VIII pledges oath of allegiance to Norway's constitution
King Haakon VIII took a major step in his reign Tuesday by pledging an oath of allegiance to the Norwegian constitution in parliament. Princess Ingrid Alexandra joined the King during the swearing-in process. This symbolic transition occurs while the late King Harald V, who reigned for 35 years, lies in state at the Royal Palace. The new monarch previously addressed the nation to honor his father, who died at age 89.
Why it matters
The oath is a formal requirement for the monarch to assume leadership of the Scandinavian country. It marks the official shift in power following the death of King Harald V.
What is confirmed
- King Haakon VIII pledged an oath of allegiance to Norway's constitution in parliament on Tuesday.
- King Harald V reigned for 35 years.
- The late King Harald V lies in state at the Royal Palace.
- Princess Ingrid Alexandra joined King Haakon in swearing the constitutional oath.
What to watch next
- Funeral arrangements for King Harald V
- Official transition of royal duties and appointments
confidence 100%Sources used for this update (5)
- www.hellomagazine.com — Norwegian Royals: news, photos, royal events and more...
- nypost.com — Norway’s King Haakon pledges oath of allegiance following father’s death
- www.hellomagazine.com — Royal family LIVE: Princess Ingrid Alexandra marks historic first as Norway royals remember King Harald
- www.bbc.com — Norway's new king takes oath as mourners pay respects to his late father
- apnews.com — Norway’s King Haakon pledges an oath of allegiance to the constitution as his father lies in state
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Norway's King Haakon VIII pays tribute to late father in first speech
King Haakon VIII of Norway addressed the nation for the first time since taking the throne, paying tribute to his late father, King Harald V, who died at 89. Haakon VIII honored his father's legacy and expressed his gratitude. The new king's speech was a significant event as Norway mourns the loss of its former monarch.
Why it matters
King Harald V ruled Norway for 35 years before his death on Friday. His son, Crown Prince Haakon, immediately became King Haakon VIII upon his father's death. The royal family and Norwegians are in a period of mourning.
What is confirmed
- King Harald V died at 89.
- King Haakon VIII became the new king of Norway after his father's death.
- King Haakon VIII paid tribute to his late father in his first speech as king.
- Norway is mourning the loss of King Harald V.
What to watch next
- King Haakon VIII's upcoming official engagements
- memorial services for King Harald V
- future plans for the Norwegian monarchy
confidence 100%Sources used for this update (16)
- AP News — Norway’s King Harald V dies at 89 and his son becomes King Haakon VIII
- Marie Claire — Palace Flags Are Flying at Half-Staff as King Charles Shares “Profound Sadness” Over the Loss of “Dear Cousin”
- Reuters — Norway mourns King Harald as crowds gather at royal palace
- Al Jazeera — Norway mourns King Harald as new era begins under Haakon VIII
- BBC — Norway's new king remembers 'my dear father' in first speech
- www.chicagotribune.com — Norwegians line up at churches for emotional memorials remembering the late King Harald V
- www.myjoyonline.com — Norway’s new king remembers ‘my dear father’ in first speech
- nypost.com — Norway’s King Haakon honors ‘dear father’ Harald in first speech as sovereign
- www.agenziagiornalisticaopinione.it — BBC.COM * EUROPA: «NORWAY’S NEW KING REMEMBERS ‘MY DEAR FATHER’ IN FIRST SPEECH»
- www.hola.com — King Haakon VIII delivers moving first address following death of King Harald V: “I’ll miss his laughter"
- www.ky3.com — Norway’s new king pays tribute to his late father as tens of thousands mourn
- www.yahoo.com — 4,000 people need a heart transplant daily but only 10 get one
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